Study finds Alcoa Forged Aluminum Wheels dramatically cut the carbon footprint of commercial vehiclesSavings of switching one truck from steel wheels to Alcoa Forged Aluminum Wheels equals the average annual carbon footprint of an American household.Download the report

Aluminum will be greenhouse gas neutral by 2030In the critical transportation industry, our research in lifecycle modeling has shown that by 2030 the emissions of the entire aluminum industry can be offset by the potential emission savings from the transport sector's increased use of aluminum.Download the report

Alcoa aluminium is infinitely recyclable and contributes to significant reductions in CO2 emissions. Using more aluminium reduces the overall weight of the vehicle, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions associated with global warming.

At Sea
When it comes to the harsh marine environment, Alcoa has developed special alloys to provide the strength, workability and corrosion resistance that marine applications require. Alcoa aluminium has been the material of choice for forward-looking designers wherever durability, economy of operation and construction, responsiveness or sheer speed are priorities. The world leader in the aluminium production and technology, Alcoa gives you the benefit of complete technical design, engineering and production support.

Advantages of Aluminum for Sustainable TransportationClick image to view PDF presentationMedium and heavy duty commercial truck owners can increase the cargo capacity of their fleets, reduce fuel consumption and emissions, lower their maintenance costs and increase their resale value by using aluminum solutions.more